Last month, BellaNaija Style made history by hosting a remarkable event. This gathering brought together a distinguished assembly of industry experts and forward-thinking visionaries from the fashion and creative sectors, marking the FIRST-EVER physical edition of the BellaNaija Style Digital Summit.
The event was thoughtfully curated to offer attendees a multifaceted and enriching experience. It featured captivating panel discussions, enthralling entertainment, valuable networking opportunities, a delightful array of bottomless customized cocktails and delectable light bites, showcases of sustainable fashion, and engaging fireside chats with influential African trailblazers.
Embracing the theme of “Corporate Baddie,” guests were encouraged to infuse their personal style with corporate-inspired outfits that seamlessly blended sophistication with a touch of rebellion. Notably, the event drew top influencers and fashion aficionados who showcased their unique interpretations of the theme. The spectrum of styles ranged from vibrant pantsuits and coordinated sets to playful prints and chic monochromatic ensembles, showcasing the diverse fashion perspectives that attendees brought to life.
To relive the enchantment of the event, we invite you to watch the video below.
<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/victorian-style-apartments-buildings-exterior-on-montreal-district-in-downtown-montreal.jpg?id=56627438&width=1200&height=800&coordinates=132%2C0%2C132%2C0"/><br/><br/><p>Looking to <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/montreal-rent" target="_blank">rent an apartment in Montreal</a>? You better pick your neighbourhood wisely.</p><p><a href="https://liv.rent/blog/rent-reports/february-2025-montreal-rent-report/" target="_blank">Liv.rent's monthly Montreal Rent Report for February 2025</a><a href="https://liv.rent/blog/rent-reports/february-2025-montreal-rent-report/"> for February 2025</a> just dropped, unveiling a striking spread of rental prices across 10 of the city’s hippest neighborhoods. </p><p>City-wide, one-bedroom unfurnished apartments average $1,746 (up 0.61%), while furnished units dip to $1,714 (down 0.46%). Yet, the gap is stark: a whopping $511/month separates the priciest and cheapest Montreal areas on the list. We're still paying a lot less than Toronto or Vancouver, but location can make or break your budget. </p><p><span style="background-color: initial;">Liv.rent's reports draw from their listings and manual data collection — covering basement suites, apartments, condos, townhouses, and houses across various areas.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: initial;"></span><span style="background-color: initial;">Here's a clear breakdown of unfurnished and furnished rents for 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom units in 10 key Montreal neighbourhoods, ranked from most to least expensive based on unfurnished unit prices:</span></p><ol><li><strong>Verdun</strong>: <ul><li>Unfurnished: 1-br ($2,033, ↑), 2-br ($2,640, steady), 3-br ($2,691, ↑) </li><li>Furnished: 1-br ($2,007, ↑), 2-br ($2,886, ↑), 3-br (no data)</li></ul></li><li><strong>Westmount</strong>: <ul><li>Unfurnished: 1-br ($1,830, ↓), 2-br ($2,694, ↑), 3-br ($3,553, ↓) </li><li>Furnished: No data</li></ul></li><li><strong>Downtown</strong>: <ul><li>Unfurnished: 1-br ($1,954, ↑), 2-br ($2,729, ↓), 3-br ($3,126, ↑) </li><li>Furnished: 1-br ($2,065, ↑), 2-br ($2,878, ↑), 3-br ($3,402, ↑)</li></ul></li><li><strong>Le Plateau-Mont-Royal</strong>: <ul><li>Unfurnished: 1-br ($1,901, ↑), 2-br ($2,438, ↑), 3-br ($2,944, ↑) </li><li>Furnished: 1-br ($1,702, ↓), 2-br ($2,479, ↑), 3-br ($2,959, ↓)</li></ul></li><li><strong>Saint-Henri</strong>: <ul><li>Unfurnished: 1-br ($1,700, ↓), 2-br ($2,026, ↓), 3-br (no data) </li><li>Furnished: No data</li></ul></li><li><strong>Saint-Laurent</strong>: <ul><li>Unfurnished: 1-br ($1,681, ↑), 2-br ($2,158, ↓), 3-br ($2,809, ↓) </li><li>Furnished: 1-br ($1,702, ↑), 2-br ($2,112, ↑), 3-br (no data)</li></ul></li><li><strong>Ahuntsic-Cartierville</strong>: <ul><li>Unfurnished: 1-br ($1,658, ↑), 2-br ($1,811, ↑), 3-br ($2,275, ↓) </li><li>Furnished: 1-br ($1,573, ↓), 2-br ($1,973, ↑), 3-br ($2,557, ↑)</li></ul></li><li><strong>Notre-Dame-de-Grâce/Côte-des-Neiges</strong>: <ul><li>Unfurnished: 1-br ($1,623, ↓), 2-br ($2,262, ↑), 3-br ($2,840, ↑) </li><li>Furnished: 1-br ($1,507, ↓), 2-br ($2,174, ↑), 3-br ($2,355, ↓)</li></ul></li><li><strong>Hochelaga-Maisonneuve</strong>: <ul><li>Unfurnished: 1-br ($1,554, ↓), 2-br ($1,950, steady), 3-br ($2,175, ↓) </li><li>Furnished: 1-br ($1,592, ↓), 2-br ($2,004, ↑), 3-br ($2,194, ↑)</li></ul></li><li><strong>Villeray-Parc-Extension</strong>: <ul><li>Unfurnished: 1-br ($1,522, ↓), 2-br ($2,058, steady), 3-br ($2,386, ↑) </li><li>Furnished: 1-br ($1,568, ↓), 2-br ($2,178, ↓), 3-br (no data)</li></ul></li></ol><div>While some of these prices may be hard to swallow, the news isn't all bad. According to liv.rent, rental prices for unfurnished one-bedrooms have barely budged over the past six months, with just a $34 change between September 2024 and February 2025. You can check our their entire report <a href="https://liv.rent/blog/rent-reports/february-2025-montreal-rent-report/" target="_blank">here</a>.</div><div>Looking for something on the cheap side? Check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/montreal-cheap-apartments-rent" target="_blank">recent article exploring places you can rent for less than $1,000</a> across the city.</div><div><br/></div><em>Love this? Check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/notices/" target="_blank">MTL Blog noticeboard</a> for details on jobs, benefits, travel info and more!</em><div><br/></div><em>AI tools may have been used to support the creation or distribution of this content; however, it has been carefully edited and fact-checked by a member of MTL Blog's Editorial team. For more information on our use of AI, please visit our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/editorial-standards" target="_blank">Editorial Standards page</a>.</em><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><br/></div>
